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- PHA COMM DIS EPIDEMIOLOG Zone: Any Zone

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To Be Determined Clinical Epidemiologist Remote Work Opportunities Provincial Public Health Temporary Full-Time (until September 15, 2027, with the possibility of extension) Management 30336TMP Hours 70 bi-weekly (8-hour days) Salary HL-23 (CAD82,016
- CAD106,621 per annum) Competition Number VAC0028446 Posted Date 2026-10-30 Closing Date 2026-11-06 Demands, duties, qualifications Job Summary Reporting to the Provincial Public Health Surveillance Manager within the Population Health Assessment, Surveillance and Epidemiology (PHASE) core program of Provincial Public Health within NLHS, the Epidemiologist is a key member of the PHASE team. The PHASE team is one of six core programs within NLHS’ Provincial Public Health structure and is led by a dyad (Director and Medical Officer of Health) and a Surveillance Manager. The PHASE program collaborates with a wide range of partners within provincial public health, NLHS and externally to provide surveillance reporting, communicable disease outbreak support, projection and modeling, and data and evaluation services – all delivered through an equity-focused lens that ensures our surveillance activities meaningfully reflect and respond to the diverse communities we serve. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Occasionally moves or lifts objects between 1
- 5 lbs. such as pens, paper, file folders, or boxes. Constantly sits to a desk performing paper/computer work, answering a telephone or emails; occasionally walks or stands to observe or to consult with other staff or sits conducting interviews. Regularly performs fine finger/precision computer work requiring steadiness and accurate movement/control. Visual and hearing concentration is required to observe or consult with staff, to work on documents or to listen to staff on the telephone or in person. Occasionally, required to drive to and from work sites for meetings or interviews. Job Qualifications Education Master’s degree in Epidemiology or a Masters degree in a related health discipline with applied epidemiologic experience. Experience Minimum of three years of experience in health care/public health within the last five is required. Experience working with population-level datasets (e.g., communicable disease surveillance, administrative health data, national survey data, etc.) is required Experience with research software and Microsoft software is required. Experience with data analysis using a coding language; R/R Studio preferred and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications considered an asset. Competencies (Knowledge,



Skills & Abilities) Knowledge of public health practices, standards and surveillance principles Knowledge of outbreak investigation methods and communicable disease control principles and non-CDC surveillance knowledge are required skills of a public health epidemiologist Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and the appropriate application of these approaches and the ability to conduct such analysis. Demonstrated knowledge in the design, implementation and/or evaluation of surveillance systems. Demonstrated knowledge of statistical and data management. Demonstrated ability to manage multi surveillance projects. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels within the organization, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to work independently under pressure, highly motivated and in collaboration with others. Ability to analyze and interpret data, develop recommendations and communicate effectively. Experience translating complex epidemiologic information for non-technical audiences. Other Valid driver's license and vehicle suitable for use in performance of duties. A satisfactory record of work performance is required. Zone: Any Zone

Location:
To Be Determined Clinical Epidemiologist Remote Work Opportunities Provincial Public Health Temporary Full time (until September 15, 2027, with the possibility of extension) Management 30336TMP Hours 70 bi-weekly (8-hour days) Salary HL-23 (CAD82,016
- CAD106,621 per annum) Competition Number VAC0028446 Posted Date 2026-10-30 Closing Date 2026-11-06 Demands, duties, qualifications Job Summary Reporting to the Provincial Public Health Surveillance Manager within the Population Health Assessment, Surveillance and Epidemiology (PHASE) core program of Provincial Public Health within NLHS, the Epidemiologist is a key member of the PHASE team. The PHASE team is one of six core programs within NLHS’ Provincial Public Health structure and is led by a dyad (Director and Medical Officer of Health) and a Surveillance Manager. The PHASE program collaborates with a wide range of partners within provincial public health, NLHS and externally to provide surveillance reporting, communicable disease outbreak support, projection and modeling,



and data and evaluation services – all delivered through an equity-focused lens that ensures our surveillance activities meaningfully reflect and respond to the diverse communities we serve. Job Demands By applying for this job, you acknowledge an understanding that regular requirements and demands of this job include (but are not limited to): Occasionally moves or lifts objects between 1
- 5 lbs. such as pens, paper, file folders, or boxes. Constantly sits to a desk performing paper/computer work, answering a telephone or emails; occasionally walks or stands to observe or to consult with other staff or sits conducting interviews. Regularly performs fine finger/precision computer work requiring steadiness and accurate movement/control. Visual and hearing concentration is required to observe or consult with staff, to work on documents or to listen to staff on the telephone or in person. Occasionally, required to drive to and from work sites for meetings or interviews. Job Qualifications Education Master’s degree in Epidemiology or a Masters degree in a related health discipline with applied epidemiologic experience. Experience Minimum of three years of experience in health care/public health within the last five is required. Experience working with population-level datasets (e.g., communicable disease surveillance, administrative health data, national survey data, etc.) is required Experience with research software and Microsoft software is required. Experience with data analysis using a coding language; R/R Studio preferred and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications considered an asset. Competencies (Knowledge, Skills & Abilities) Knowledge of public health practices, standards and surveillance principles Knowledge of outbreak investigation methods and communicable disease control principles and non-CDC surveillance knowledge are required skills of a public health epidemiologist Knowledge of statistical analysis techniques and the appropriate application of these approaches and the ability to conduct such analysis. Demonstrated knowledge in the design, implementation and/or evaluation of surveillance systems. Demonstrated knowledge of statistical and data management. Demonstrated ability to manage multi surveillance projects. Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with staff at all levels within the organization, both verbally and in writing. Demonstrated ability to work independently under pressure, highly motivated and in collaboration with others. Ability to analyze and interpret data, develop recommendations and communicate effectively. Experience translating complex epidemiologic information for non-technical audiences. Other Valid driver's license and vehicle suitable for use in performance of duties. A satisfactory record of work performance is required.

📌 Clinical Epidemiologist (Canada)
🏢 Newfoundland and Labrador Health Services
📍 Canada